One of the biggest stories of the NFL offseason was Josh McDaniels accepting the Colts' head-coaching job, but then a day before he was scheduled to be introduced, deciding to stay with the Patriots as offensive coordinator.
Speaking to a group of local reporters at the NFL owners meetings in Orlando on Sunday, Bill Belichick explained the situation through his eyes.
"Once that game ended [Super Bowl LII], I think that really gave Josh and I a chance to sit down [Tuesday] and talk more directly about the situation, as opposed to, 'We really want to talk about the game and what we need to do to try to compete in that game.' That's basically what happened," Belichick said. "Before the game, I'd say we had minimal discussions. I'd say we had much deeper and longer and more in-depth and more constructive discussions immediately after the game."
Added Belichick: "We got back from Minnesota, I had an opportunity to talk to Josh, and we were able to work some things out. I'm thrilled he's still with us and is going to continue in his role. I think he's a top offensive coordinator in the league. He's done a great job for me for a long time in a lot of different roles. I'm very glad, based on the meeting we had -- there were a number of things that happened -- that we were able to work that out and keep him with us."
Despite McDaniels not being seen at pro days like other coaches, Belichick confirmed the offensive coordinator is hard at work on the scouting trail.
